SWIFT/BIC code GSKFGBC1XXX
GSKFGBC1XXX belongs to Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC in Brentford, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GSKFGBC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GSKFGBC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brentford |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GSKF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind BIC GSKFGBC1XXX?
The code GSKFGBC1XXX belongs to the head office of Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC in Brentford, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of GSKFGBC1XXX mean?
GSKF is the institution code of Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, C1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Do I need GSKFGBC1XXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need GSKFGBC1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is GSKFGBC1 and GSKFGBC1XXX the same code?
Yes. GSKFGBC1 is the short version of GSKFGBC1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC in Brentford.
Does Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Glaxosmithkline Finance PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.